Fiona Macdonald

Prepare to enter a land of excitement, magic, and mystery: the enchanted Celtic world, where gods fought demons and monsters, animals talked to humans, and nature was filled with spirits. These classic myths come from throughout the Celtic kingdom—from…

This best-selling series engages readers of all levels by making them part of the story. Readers will become the main character and can revel in the gory and dark sides of life throughout important moments in history. Perfect resource for reluctant readers with:…

We all know about mistletoe and stockings hung up by the chimney with care. But have you heard about Santa’s evil sidekick and the Scandinavian celebration of Saint Lucy? Merry very peculiar Christmas, with this sideways look at bizarre yuletide customs…

Inside the enormous, boldly designed Roman Colosseum, gladiators fought for their lives as citizens watched the deadly "entertainment." Completed in 96 AD, it's a miraculous feat of engineering. This noble monument, and the ancient empire that…

Discover the amazing Japanese civilization and learn about a culture that has existed for thousands of years. Facts and features combine with 15 practical projects that enable you to re-create the past - wear a dramatic theatrical mask, fly a carp streamer,…

I Wonder Why Greeks Built Temples - by Fiona MacDonald - answers all kinds of questions, large and small, that children ask about this ancient culture, from "Who ran the first marathon?" to "Who discovered that the earth is round?" and "Why were Greek sandals…

Sail the wild Atlantic in a longboat with Eric the Red and his son Leif Eriksson. They risked the stormy seas to reach strange new lands, becoming the first Europeans to set foot in North America. Explore their daily lives in this richly illustrated Codex,…

This best-selling series engages readers of all levels by making them part of the story. Readers will become the main character and can revel in the gory and dark sides of life throughout important moments in history. Perfect resource for reluctant readers with:…

Fill a glass and pore through this quirky portrait of whisky, from its humble origins and use as a medicine till today, when it takes pride of place in the liquor cabinet. Featuring tales of whisky's development through the ages along with stories about its…

Nothing brings ancient history to life like thinking about what ancient people did that we can relate to today . I Wonder Why Romans Wore Togas takes an accessible approach to the subject with child-friendly language, entertaining illustrations, and a series of…

Are you ready to do battle for the glory of Caesar? Have you bought your own armor yet—an apron and strong marching sandals? Will you become a centurion or a legionary? Are you ready for a posting to Western Eurasia or Britannia or North Africa? Are you…